What adjustments would need to be made to my existing PC when upgrading the GPU?
What adjustments would need to be made to my existing PC when upgrading the GPU?
Hello,
I think it’s time to replace my GPU (an Asus ROG 1080Ti OC). I want to check if my system can support a modern graphics card. I’m considering the 4070ti Super as a possible upgrade for 1440p gaming, assuming a good price. The 4080/4090 models seem too expensive, and the 5000 series doesn’t look like a worthwhile investment.
1) What would be a realistic price in euros for a used 4070ti Super?
I’m aware I’ll encounter some limitations due to my CPU, but I don’t have the funds to upgrade other parts right now. I plan to purchase the card first and then upgrade components later this year or next. Even if I’m limited by bottlenecks, I expect the new card to significantly improve performance compared to my current setup.
2) Are there any additional upgrades needed to make the PC compatible with the new graphics card? For example, would I need to replace the PSU?
My current setup includes an Asus PG34WCDM 3440x1440 monitor at 240Hz, an i9 9900K CPU, a Z390-E Gaming MOBO, 32GB RAM, and a Cooler Master V750 Gold PSU.
Thank you for your advice.
I also want to find out if there are any other components that need upgrading for my PC to work with the new card. For example, would I need to replace my PSU?
Can't recall precisely, but around 7 years ago (bought it along with other parts and I remember the CPU was top of the G-series at that time, so likely 2018-2019), the GPU was the only one I kept from my previous PC.
I notice... I want to highlight that my resolution is 3440x1440 because I have an ultra-wide monitor... probably the results would be similar?
I'm thinking about the 9070xt too, but I've never had a Radeon before.
It can manage it, though remember that the 9900K was the leading CPU at the time… *checks notes* … six years back it’s now significantly surpassed by today’s top AMD and Intel offerings.
This has implications for you. If you’re aiming to boost high refresh rates in newer AAA titles, you’re likely to hit performance limits due to CPU constraints and may encounter stutters at higher refresh settings that a more capable GPU could handle. Just keep this in mind.
I switched from my i7-9700k (identical to a 9900K but without hyperthreading) two years ago since it was clearly limiting my experience in certain games. Cyberpunk 2077, for instance, would consume all eight cores with minimal flexibility left.
The i9-13900k I own now isn’t the absolute top (that title belongs to the 9800X3D), but it’s still an extremely strong CPU compared to the 9th generation.
In short, you can get by without a motherboard or CPU upgrade, but doing so would definitely improve your setup. It’s fine to focus on upgrading your GPU first and then tackle other components later.